· Understand factory automation technology and equipment such as robots, automated guided-vehicles and computerized manufacturing systems, AMHS etc.
· Repair, troubleshoot advanced AMHS hardware, software, and interface problems, maintaining the system to ensure full functionality and reliability.
· Design, modify, implement and test automated machines, programs, jig and fixture to required job specification in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Lead in-house automation projects on layout, build, troubleshoot, repair and modify developmental and production equipment.
· Drive efficiency improvement using Lean Manufacturing approach to identify waste, improve/streamline process flow and automation improvements with team and/or with cross-functional team collaboration.
· Lead and maintain overall machine uptime, monitor machine utilization and OEE index by identifying and eliminating the causes for recurring issues with CAPA implementation.
· Setting up new machines, transferring of equipment to different plants and integration to existing system.
· Supervise installation crews and support the field installation work.
· Project management on cost, quality, scope, and schedule to ensure on timely delivery of the project and within budget.
· Participate in design and documentation reviews, update management on work progress and deviations.
· Keep abreast of the latest developments in industrial automation technology and introduce them to plant wide operations.
· Achieve cost savings and productivity improvements.
· Any ad hoc duties assigned by supervisor/ manager.
